Nintendo issues a copyright strike to the YouTube channel specializing in emulation

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Nintendo has issued a copyright strike against a YouTube channel that reviews handheld emulation devices.

The channel in question, Retro Game Corps, describes itself as offering “in-depth reviews and presentations” as well as “emulation setup guides.” One of his most recent videos received a copyright strike from Nintendo, marking a second strike for the channel.

“My Wii U video was removed and I received another copyright strike, even though this presentation video was no different from all the tech demos and reviews I have done previously on this channel,” wrote Russ, owner by Retro Game Corps, in a statement on YouTube (thanks, TimeExtension).

Russ is now considering filing a counterclaim as he believes the video “was for educational use, transformative in nature and had no effect on the marketplace.”

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“It was a demonstration of a console no longer for sale (the Wii U eShop is also closed, so the company itself has no means to profit from Wii U sales),” Russ said. “However, I am reluctant to open that canal with a multi-billion dollar corporation, as their next step would be to take legal action.”

The YouTube channel said it will now have to adapt how it approaches future videos. “I will no longer be showing any Nintendo games on the screen, which is a shame because I love using those games for my hardware demonstrations,” Russ wrote.

As a precaution, the channel will also black out “any Nintendo gaming content” in its previous videos. This includes “even harmless content like NES games.”

“Unfortunately this will delay the release of some videos – my latest video should be available right now, but instead I have to edit and re-upload the video first,” Russ concluded. “I know this is disappointing news, but with two strikes on my channel, I have no choice but to adjust accordingly. Thank you for your understanding.”

Nintendo is notoriously protective of its properties. As Matt reported last night, Switch emulator Ryujinx has apparently ceased development and been taken offline after its creator was contacted by Nintendo.

Meanwhile, Nintendo is currently suing developer Palworld Pocketpair for patent infringement.

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